Network Principal Engineer

York Space Systems was founded to radically improve spacecraft affordability and reliability, transforming, and enabling next- generation space mission operations worldwide. Today, York is one of the most innovative aerospace companies, specializing in end-to-end customer solutions and the rapid production of spacecraft platforms. York’s complete Space Segment Solution includes spacecraft production, payload integration, system integration & test, launch services, ground segment services, and mission operations, enabling customers to leverage York’s existing technology solutions to get to orbit rapidly and responsively. We’re looking to expand our team across the board.

York is seeking a Network Principal I to join our Network & Infrastructure team. The Network Principal I is a senior technical leader responsible for the design, implementation, optimization, and governance of the organization’s network infrastructure. This role provides expert-level guidance, drives strategic initiatives, and ensures the stability, security, and scalability of enterprise network services. The Network Principal I acts as an escalation point for complex issues, mentors engineering staff, and partners with leadership to align network capabilities with organizational goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, architecture, and documentation of enterprise network solutions, including LAN, WAN, WLAN, SD-WAN, data center, and cloud networking.

• Serve as the highest-level escalation point for network incidents, focusing on root-cause analysis and long-term remediation.

• Develop and enforce network standards, policies, best practices, and security controls.

• Oversee capacity planning, performance tuning, lifecycle management, and modernization of network technologies.

• Collaborate closely with security, systems, application, and infrastructure teams to ensure cohesive and secure service delivery.

• Evaluate and recommend new network technologies, tools, and methodologies to advance organizational capabilities.

• Lead major network projects, upgrades, and infrastructure transformations with minimal downtime.

• Provide mentorship, technical guidance, and knowledge transfer to network engineers and operational teams.

• Participate in budgeting, vendor evaluation, contract negotiations, and long-term network strategic planning.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent experience.

• 7+ years of progressively advanced experience in network engineering, design, or architecture roles.

• Expert knowledge of routing, switching, firewalls, VPN, wireless technologies, and network protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, STP, MPLS, etc.).

• Demonstrated experience with enterprise-grade platforms such as Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, Fortinet, or Aruba.

• Strong understanding of network security principles, segmentation, and zero-trust architectures.

• Ability to analyze complex problems and provide innovative, scalable solutions

• Willingness to work full-time in our Greenwood Village, CO office; this position does not support remote or hybrid work.

Core Competencies

• Professional certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP/IE, PCNSE, or equivalent.

• Experience with cloud networking (Azure, AWS, GCP).

• Knowledge of automation and scripting (Python, Ansible, Terraform).

• Familiarity with network monitoring, observability, and telemetry tools.

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (subject to spousal surcharge).

• Company holidays, floating holidays, and sick time.

• Unlimited PTO.

• Generous 401(k) match.

How To Apply Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the “Apply” link at the top of the page. York Space Systems will be accepting applications on a rolling basis until the position is closed. York Space Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, military or protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Must have permanent authorization to work in the United States. This policy applies to all terms and conditions or employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. YORK SPACE SYSTEMS IS AN EEO EMPLOYER.